Core Viewpoint - International gold prices continue to rebound, indicating increased bullish momentum and a strengthened outlook for future price increases, potentially reaching $4,380 or higher [1][11]. Price Movement - On December 11, gold opened at $4,224.45 per ounce, peaked at $4,285.66, and closed at $4,279.56, marking a daily increase of $55.11 or 1.3% with a trading range of $81.35 [1][12]. Market Influences - The rise in gold prices is supported by buying pressure and a significant increase in initial jobless claims in the U.S., which is the largest weekly rise since the pandemic [3][14]. The declining U.S. dollar index also contributes to the upward movement in gold prices [3][14]. Short-term Outlook - On December 12, gold opened weakly due to profit-taking but still shows bullish demand. The expectation for a continued decline in the dollar index supports gold prices, with no significant bearish outlook anticipated [3][14]. Upcoming Economic Data - Key economic data releases next week include November non-farm payrolls, U.S. November CPI, and core PCE price index, which could influence gold prices positively or maintain high volatility [6][17]. Technical Analysis - Monthly charts indicate a strong rebound in November, eliminating bearish patterns and enhancing the outlook for new highs. December's performance shows a temporary weakness followed by renewed strength, with a need to break the $4,400 resistance for further upward movement [8][21]. - Weekly charts show a strong bullish momentum, with prices above the 5-10 week moving averages, suggesting potential for new highs [8][18]. Trading Strategy - Suggested trading levels include support at $4,260 or $4,245 and resistance at $4,310 or $4,340 for gold, while silver support is at $62.50 or $61.65 and resistance at $64.30 or $64.90 [10][20].

Group 1 - Gold prices are expected to continue rebounding due to the recent decline in the US dollar index and positive market expectations for upcoming economic data [1][3] - The Federal Reserve announced its third consecutive interest rate cut, with market analysts predicting further easing, which is likely to support gold prices [3] - The market anticipates a more dovish Federal Reserve chair in the near future, which could lead to an increased easing environment and further bolster gold prices [3] Group 2 - The outlook for gold remains positive, supported by ongoing central bank gold purchases, a weak dollar outlook, and geopolitical risk demand [3] - Gold prices are currently positioned above short-term moving averages and the middle band of the Bollinger Bands, indicating a bullish trend [3] - The target for gold prices in the coming year is projected to reach around $5000, with potential resistance levels at $4265 and $4350 [3]

Core Viewpoint - The outlook for the US dollar is contingent on the underlying factors driving interest rate cut expectations from the Federal Reserve [1] Group 1 - Analysts from Deutsche Bank suggest that if the bets on rate cuts are driven by limited inflation impacts from US tariffs, the dollar may rebound in the short term [1] - Conversely, if these expectations stem from the assumption that the Federal Reserve will yield to political pressure to cut rates, the dollar could face further declines [1] - The market widely anticipates that the Federal Reserve will keep interest rates unchanged in July [1] Group 2 - Any dissenting votes from policymakers against maintaining the current rate, in favor of cuts, could heighten concerns about the Federal Reserve becoming more politicized [1]